Despite the positive aspects of the intensive development of aviation, airports are considered large-scale polluters. Pollution caused by runoff water (stormwater) is one of the major problems related to airport operations. The aim of this study was to characterize the potential toxic impact on aquatic life from runoff water discharges from four international airports in Europe. Samples of stormwater were collected at airports...

W artykule przedstawiono ważne w kontekście trwającej obecnie dyskusji dotyczącej nowego wykazu dziedzin i dyscyplin naukowych, akcentowane w środowisku polskich badaczy zajmujących się problematyką jakości, argumenty i uwarunkowania uzasadniające potrzebę wyodrębnienia nauk o jakości.

The increase in the quantity and variety of contaminants generated during routine airport infrastructure maintenance operations leads to a wider range of pollutants entering soil and surface waters through runoff, causing soil erosion and groundwater pollution. A significant developmental challenge is ensuring that airport infrastructure meets high-quality environmental management standards. It is crucial to have effective tools...